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    Top 3 Recommended Hotels in Otaru

    Otaru, easily accessible from Sapporo, is a popular destination known for its nostalgic atmosphere.
    If you want to see the illuminated brick warehouses along the canal and enjoy sushi for dinner, staying in Otaru and taking your time sightseeing is highly recommended.

    Popular resort hotels in Rusutsu and Kiroro

    The Rusutsu-Kiroro area, blessed with abundant nature, is a treasure trove of fun activities!
    In the summer, it's a place for outdoor leisure and amusement parks, and in the winter, it becomes a ski resort that attracts skiers from all over the world.
    Here are some popular resort hotels where you can relax and unwind.

    This high-class hotel boasts attractive suite rooms, all of which are maisonette-style.
    Enjoy a luxurious stay in spacious rooms with stunning views overlooking the natural surroundings.

    This is the main hotel of Rusutsu Resort, conveniently located near the amusement park and ski slopes. The hotel boasts excellent facilities, offering a variety of ways to enjoy your stay.

    This resort hotel opened in December 2015.
    In the summer, you can enjoy activities in nature, and in the winter, you can enjoy skiing to your heart's content as it's directly connected to the slopes.

    Popular resort hotels in Niseko

    Niseko, with its high-quality powder snow, is now a resort destination that attracts attention not only from within Japan but from all over the world.
    In winter, you can enjoy skiing, and in summer, you can enjoy activities such as rafting and trekking.
    We've picked out some popular hotels from three different areas of Niseko.

    A representative resort hotel in the Niseko Village area.
    The view of Mount Yotei is a popular feature. Enjoy a comfortable stay with our refined service.

    This high-grade hotel boasts a warm and inviting atmosphere thanks to its wooden interiors. It's popular for its open-air baths with free-flowing natural hot spring water and its meals featuring locally sourced Hokkaido ingredients.

    A Japanese-style hot spring hotel located in the Grand Hirafu area.
    Some rooms have private open-air baths, and soaking in the hot springs while gazing at Mount Yotei and the mountains of Niseko is a truly special experience.

    Popular activities in Niseko

    Enjoy summer activities in Niseko, a place full of nature with forests and rivers!

    This is a full-fledged touring experience, taking you 6 kilometers down the lower reaches of the Shiribetsu River, which has been named Japan's cleanest river for the past four consecutive years. Qualified guides will provide support, so you can participate with peace of mind.

    This is a great value package that combines a popular trekking experience in Niseko with accommodation at the Hotel Niseko Alpen resort hotel in the Hirafu area. Why not refresh your mind and body by walking through Niseko's lush forests and mountains?

    Access to each area

    Access to Otaru

    [JR]
    ・From New Chitose Airport: 73 minutes by direct "Rapid Airport" train.
    ・From Sapporo: 30 minutes by "Rapid Airport" train.
             Local train 50 minutes

    【bus】
    From Sapporo: Hokkaido Chuo Bus "Otaru Express" (approximately 1 hour)

    【car】
    From New Chitose Airport (using the expressway): Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes
             (General road) Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
    ・45 minutes from Sapporo (using the expressway)
             (General road) Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes


    Access to Rusutsu Resort

    【bus】
    ・From New Chitose Airport: 2 hours and 10 minutes by "Big Runs" bus (reservations required)
    From Sapporo: 2 hours and 10 minutes by the "Rusutsu" train (reservations required).
             Donan Bus "Kō 8 Nakayama Line" 2 hours

    【car】
    ・1 hour 40 minutes from New Chitose Airport
    ・1 hour 30 minutes from Sapporo


    Access to Kiroro Resort

    【bus】
    ・From New Chitose Airport: 2 hours 10 minutes by "Resort Liner" (reservations required, winter only)
    From Sapporo: 2 hours 30 minutes by "Resort Liner" (reservations required, winter only)
    From Otaru: Hokkaido Chuo Bus "Otaru-Kiroro Line" (reservations required, winter only) 50 minutes

    【car】
    ・2 hours from New Chitose Airport (using the expressway)
    ・From Sapporo (using the expressway): 1 hour 5 minutes
    40 minutes from Otaru

    List of tourist information articles for Otaru, Rusutsu, and Niseko

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    Drive through the magnificent nature of Niseko! The charm of the Niseko Panorama Line

    The Niseko Panorama Line is famous as an excellent driving route. We'll guide you through its charms in autumn, when the autumn leaves are beautiful, as well as recommended shops and hot springs to visit.

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    I was amazed by the powdery snow! Reasons to choose Niseko Village Ski Resort

    Niseko is famous in Hokkaido for having exceptionally good snow quality. This time, we'll explore the charms of Niseko Village Ski Resort.

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    [First Time in Otaru] A digest of Otaru's sightseeing and highlights!

    Otaru is one of the oldest cities in Hokkaido. This guide compiles information on popular tourist spots, gourmet food, and sweets.

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    Experience the blue ocean in Hokkaido! Enjoy a breathtaking experience at the "Blue Grotto" in Otaru and Shakotan!

    Enjoy a fantastical blue world in Hokkaido! Here are two sightseeing spots within the "Blue Grotto."

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    12 Otaru sweets, delicacies, and souvenirs you'll want to take home!

    Here's a selection of souvenirs you'll definitely want to buy to remember your trip to Otaru, categorized into sweets, delicacies, and miscellaneous goods.

    Otaru, Rusutsu, Niseko

    Head to one of Hokkaido's largest ski resorts! Here's why we recommend Rusutsu Ski Resort♪

    Rusutsu Ski Resort is highly regarded for its excellent slopes. This time, we'll introduce some of its recommended features.